Do I Have Chrons Disease?

This is a question many people will ask themselves. The answer is often "NO".

Many people first hear about Crohn's disease after doing a little research in medical books or on-line. The exploration usually begins as a result of a pain in the lower right abdomen. Women usauly go straight to the doctor but men are often slower to take action. They think, "It'll pass", "I don't have time to be sick right now".

The list goes on, so does the pain, and even when it's past the question is in the back of the mind, "What caused that pain?".

Some Symptoms of Crohn's Disease

That lower abdominal pain is a symptom of Corhn’s disease but it's usually not experienced in isolation. The sufferer will usually experience weight loss, diarrhoea, blood in their urine and stools, loss of appetite. Crohn’s disease affects people to varying degrees; many can live a normal life.

Still Experiencing That Pain In Your Side?

If you are not experiencing some or all of those other symptoms listed above there is a good chance you're suffering from appendicitis. If you have a ruptured appendix there is a chance that you will suffer from stomach cramps and some of the symptoms similar to Chron’s disease because your immune system is under pressure dealing with infection and possibly blood poisoning. Appendicitis can be easily treated with antibiotics or an operation but it should be seen by a doctor immediately as it can be dangerous.

Whatever the outcome, it is essential to seek professional medical advice for such a complaint. With the correct medical assistance you will soon be feeling physically better, be it Crohn's or Appendicitis.

For more on Symptoms of Chron’s and how to live with it read Crohn's .